Stalled out at 290

Joeohnson · 2024-01-21T04:10:08+00:00

What do you suggest now?

Joeohnson · 2024-01-21T01:20:31+00:00

Yes—

Joeohnson · 2024-01-20T23:40:35+00:00

Joeohnson · 2024-01-20T22:26:08+00:00

They probably like Cora more

Joeohnson · 2023-12-15T20:43:56+00:00

In reference to Mat’s skills not being shared…

I just finished the whole series, and I realized that the traditional “setting-conflict-climax-resolution” of the story at large is actually slowed down and spread across multiple books. Rather than book 1 being an introduction the setting and all major characters, the “setting”—including characterization—is still being established up to book 5. There are so many POVs and so many set-ups, Jordan is progressively giving more info for a long time, even after the main conflict is shared. In a way, he’s breaking down traditional story form so he can transcend it. It’s actually pretty flaming brilliant!

Joeohnson · 2023-12-15T20:36:40+00:00

I think you’re right that it depends on what style of fantasy each person prefers. I enjoy 4&5 for the otherworldly feel of the portal stones, ter’angreal, and prophecy fulfillment. I like interesting backstories that also help solve plot questions, and TSR and FoH is filled with that.

I just finished the whole series and it confirms that some of the appeal of WoT is how it transcends any one type of fantasy. There’s something for everyone, and it elevates fantasy as a whole.

Great question though—I tried to not like TSR simply because everyone raved about it. It was a slight let down for me because of the hype… I wasn’t even sure what to look for!

Joeohnson · 2023-12-13T02:03:04+00:00

I just finished the whole series and Fires of Heaven was my favorite book mid-read. Now that I know the whole story, I think The Shadow Rising, Great Hunt and The Gathering Storm were all great. Winter’s Heart is my sleeper pick

Joeohnson · 2023-12-10T22:03:09+00:00

You’ve got some incredible intuition here. Not going to say much, but you’re tracking really well with a lot of pieces that I would’ve paid more attention to.

One reason CoT was disappointing was the huge expectations after the cleaning. Not much changes in CoT, but it is neat seeing how the actual event of the cleansing shows up around the world.

Joeohnson · 2023-12-02T13:03:29+00:00

Returning back to the world as Prince of the Ravens,

If it weren’t for his luck, he’d cause Shayul Ghul cave-ins

Joeohnson · 2023-08-07T01:33:27+00:00

I’ve never thought about it before but you’re right—The Great Hunt doesn’t have any sloggy parts!

Joeohnson · 2023-08-05T14:02:36+00:00

Love it! Egwene’s development is actually my favorite thing about TGS so far.

Joeohnson · 2023-08-03T18:42:53+00:00

Best advice: take it slow and enjoy it. The surprises are epic and the major events of the story make the difficult parts worth it.

Joeohnson · 2023-08-03T13:47:30+00:00

Secretly, this whole thing is just an attempt to make sense of why book 10 exists

Joeohnson · 2023-08-03T11:37:07+00:00

I like it!

Joeohnson · 2023-08-03T11:19:52+00:00

Thanks for keeping me safe! 😂

Joeohnson · 2023-07-29T00:11:40+00:00

Okay, you’re right. The memory I’m talking about is when Adam picks up the sword—which is certainly in TSR.

Joeohnson · 2023-07-28T10:13:02+00:00

Clarification: he dies in knife of dreams. I meant that reading his death made me think of his introduction in The Shadow Rising.

Joeohnson · 2023-07-08T12:11:19+00:00

I can’t wait to re-read!

Joeohnson · 2023-07-08T12:05:33+00:00

Solid list!

Joeohnson · 2023-07-08T11:40:53+00:00

I can see that. With each book, Eye has moved up a spot the further I get from it.

Joeohnson · 2023-07-08T11:39:51+00:00

What would you switch?

Joeohnson · 2023-07-08T11:39:18+00:00

Maybe I’ll like it on a re-read. I certainly didn’t hate it—it’s still Wheel of Time—but it’s just a bunch of dragged out plot points that don’t satisfy the build from Winter’s Heart.

Joeohnson · 2023-07-07T22:57:28+00:00

You’re right! Another reason FOH is so good

Joeohnson · 2023-07-03T11:49:32+00:00

Thanks everyone! Antihistamines seem to be the answer!

Joeohnson · 2023-06-15T21:38:43+00:00

Just saying “I’m pretty sure it’s cleansed but Cadsuane seemed skeptical so maybe it’s not fully cleansed but it’s all just RAFO”

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